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Lagos State officials reaffirm their stance on demolitions in Makoko, emphasizing that the safety of residents is paramount. They urge individuals not to prioritize livelihood over life as the government addresses concerns over unsafe structures.
Members of the Makoko community and various civil organizations have expressed their discontent with the Lagos State Assembly's proposal to relocate residents from recently demolished waterfront areas to a new low-cost housing estate in Agbowa, Epe.
Food items were distributed to approximately 30 widows in Makoko, Lagos, as part of the International Women’s Day celebrations. The initiative aimed to support vulnerable families and alleviate their struggles.
The ongoing demolition of informal settlements in Lagos has led to significant displacement and worsening urban poverty. Authorities are criticized for failing to implement adequate resettlement measures for affected residents.
American streamer Kai Cenat has been seen in Lagos, leading to renewed speculation regarding his visit's connection to a promised $5 million school project for the Makoko area.
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana has expressed concerns regarding the police's alleged deployment of expired tear gas during protests in Makoko against illegal demolitions. The Lagos State Government defended its actions, citing public safety as the motive for recent demolitions.
The Lagos State Government has launched plans to invest approximately $10 million into revitalizing the Makoko community. This comes as residents voice their concerns over recent demolitions that have left many homeless and sparked protests.
Jude Ojo has condemned the forced evictions in Makoko for causing deaths, trauma, and significant property loss, accusing the authorities of breaching court mandates and due legal processes.
Residents of Makoko, a Lagos slum, express their anguish after recent demolitions have left them homeless. Many have resorted to living in boats while enduring the harsh elements and seeking shelter from the rain.
Environmental activist Nnimmo Bassey has condemned recent demolitions in Makoko, calling them a calculated effort to displace the poor and destroy their livelihoods. He emphasizes the need for fair urban planning and proper compensation for impacted residents.
The significant demolition of homes in Makoko, one of Nigeria's largest slums, raises serious concerns as the Nigerian government employs administrative tactics to dispossess impoverished communities of their land.
Filmmaker Olayinka Babalola asserts that the ongoing demolitions in Makoko, Lagos, are dismantling not only buildings but also a vibrant culture and economic system, displacing residents without providing viable alternatives. Her documentary aims to challenge the prevailing negative narrative surrounding the settlement.
Recent demolition efforts in Makoko, known as Africa’s largest floating slum, have resulted in the displacement of thousands of residents, raising serious concerns about safety and urban development in Lagos.
